Built in Tool Chest Workbench
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- Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
- In this video I show how to make a huge metal and wood workbench with built in Husky tool chest. I am using husky tool chest with 2 inch metal tubing and oak lumber for the top.
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This is a pretty solid little workbench. While once you figure out how it comes together, it is physically Easy to assemble ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxyFZUPFEey-PuqsPMxqaykBhgA1LWxFHh by yourself. But the diagrams explaining the steps are really pretty bad. I could not get the handle pins in all the way despite multiple attempts, so I just used a screw I had on hand for the 2nd handle. I could not get the first pin in further or pull it back out. You are supposed to hammer it in, but I had no leverage and the handle is plastic and I did not want to risk breaking it. I will get a lot of use out of the bench because of the convenient size and height. It does fold up nicely for storage. They even explain how to fold it so you don't get pinched...that is important!
Thanks, appreciate the comment!
If you already invested all your time and effort into making these you should really paint them at least with a roller before assembling everything,spotty rattle can paint job is just a letdown
Amazing workbench, well thought out and looks great as well! How much did the project cost in the end?
Thanks Derek! I can't remember the exact cost, But I think it was around $1500. $700 for tool chests, $300 for oak top and maybe another $500 in metal, paint, misc. Not cheap, but I don't regret it for a second!
About how much did it cost for wood, metal, and screws?
That’s the welding way! Skinny jeans and new balance!
You bet it is!!
Brilliant job, I love your mig welder. Where and how much. Cheers Niall (Ireland) 🇮🇪
I just happened upon your video and voila!! I have been considering a similar project. Awesome build.
Go for it!...you will not regret it. I still love going in my garage each time to see the finished result.
Awesome job! I built a new farm shop last year and it took me a long time to figure out how I was going to build the work bench. I had bowling lane material that I used for the top. It's secured to the wall using a 2x6 ledger and legs that are anchored into the cement floor. I also have steel drawers like you have underneath. If I had seen your video beforehand, I would have built a steel frame like you did. Excellent idea as it is all plumb and allows you to adjust the feet to match the unevenness of the cement floor. That would have saved me some time.
I anchored it to the floor and wall because sometimes we have to pry on something that's in the vise. That way the bench and vise are secure and won't move. I just might pull it all out and build it your way, but still securing the work bench. And great job on the benchtop too. I agree that it looks too nice to work on!
Regarding the Husky tool cabinets, were you able to buy them without wheels? I have Master Force from Menards under mine but they are now unavailable (the ones without wheels) and I'm going to build another bench in the shop.
The work bench came out awesome. Would you please share what brand & model welder was being used?!? Any feedback about pros & cons of this welder is appreciated! 👍🍺🍺
I can't remember exactly what welder I used because I got rid of it and bought a new 220v titanium welder. It was just a cheap 110v mig welder, but worked pretty well for thinner metal.
Great work bench. Where did you get the feet inserts
Thanks Keith! I got the feet from JW Winco. I can't remember exactly what they are called though, but they had the best prices I could find.
Very nice!!! Envious. Would u recommend next time having tool boxes attached how u installed or a tool box that’s free to come in and out. Thinking mobility but also swapping out well used tool box down the roads. Thoughts please. Love this!!!
Thanks for the comment. If I did this all over again I would do it the same way. The built in tool chest I think are such a nice custom look. I think they should hold up for many many years so I am not really concerned about swapping them out. Enough worries in life...that is not one of them! Good luck on your project if you do something similar!
Nice job! You should put a stainless steel top on one section of it for dirty jobs. Also get yourself a proper gas Mig welder! Fluxcore is awful for stuff like this!
Thanks!, yeah the flux welder isnt great but I just use what I got I guess!
Very nice. I will be doing something very similar here soon with 3 us general 44's. Great work
Sounds great! The generals are nicer than the Husky's I used. Good luck with your build!
The bench top, how did you make them that long. I suppose width was done w biscuits.
I used pocket hole screws to connect everything together
What type of welder do you have and what’s the best way to learn how to weld? I would like to learn . Great job on the workbench.
Hello, I have a titanium flux core mig welder from harbor freight. I think a welder like this is the best hobbyist type. Easy to use, and no gas bottles to fill. Best way to learn is to watch youtube videos...thats how I learn everything I do now. Good luck!
That is an awesome work bench! Almost too nice to work on. How wide is it? I am guessing 20'. ??
Thanks Troy! It is the full 24 ft wide of my garage...Still never enough space :)
Well done Chad!
Thanks for this great video. With the the ideas from this project I just finished up my own version of this. I don’t have room for the shelves on mine. But man what great look. Thanks again.
Thanks for the comment David...Glad it was helpful!
Nice
Thanks!
Nice job! I need to do the same! Thanks for the video!
Thanks, you will love it if you do the same!
Very nice! Where did u get the plastic inserts for the feet?
Here you go! www.jwwinco.com/en-us/products/3.4-Installing-Lifting-Damping-with-Leveling-Feet-Lifting-Gear-and-Rubber-Elements/Accessory/EN-448-Plastic-Threaded-Tube-Ends-Square-Type-with-Molded-In-Insert
Absolutely awesome. Getting ready to have my forever home and hope to do something similar.
Thanks Eric, That was my idea as well. I hope to be working out of this garage forever so I wanted something kind of unique that should last a lifetime.
Awesome! Great job, keep it up!
Thanks!
Très beau travail , bravo .
Absolutely amazing!
Thanks!
Thank you for posting! Exactly what I was looking for.
Glad you found it useful Jesse!
@@chaddiy3512 If not to much trouble, can you provide a rough measurement for the height you cut the legs and what the overall length of the workbench is?
Someday I’d like to try welding.
It is really easy to do with a mig welder...just pull the trigger and go!
Did you account for wood movement when attaching your top?
No, I didn't really factor that in. I haven't ever had any issues with pocket screw oak tops like I did here. What climate you live in could be a factor though.
@@chaddiy3512 I don't think the pocket screws will be the problem rather the connection between the top and the much stiffer steel frame. I'd look to have some way for the wood to move there.
where did you get the 2in inserts
www.jwwinco.com/en-us/products/3.4-Installing-Lifting-Damping-with-Leveling-Feet-Lifting-Gear-and-Rubber-Elements/Accessory/EN-448-Plastic-Threaded-Tube-Ends-Square-Type-with-Molded-In-Insert. Here you go!
Looks fantastic
Thanks, glad you liked it!
Nice dude....🙏
Thank you so much!
Great Job!
Thanks!
What height is the table?
It is 38" to the top
here are the plans if you are interested. www.etsy.com/ChadDIY/listing/1140714847/built-in-tool-chest-workbench-plans?
This is awesome!
Thanks...it is still my favorite thing in my shop!
Looks awesome
Thanks!
Outstanding! Exactly what i am going to do for my shop. One question, the side outlets on the chest, where you still able to use them after you installed the cabinet in the frame.
Thanks! I didn't use the side outlets at all, but I'm pretty sure you could. I have plenty of outlets on the wall so I just didn't want to mess with it.
dud this is sic
Thanks john!
Beautiful
Thank you! Cheers!
Very beautiful
Thanks mahmood!
WOW!
Thanks Mats!